ALEX Lesson Plans

Title: Does Deo Effect Your BO?
Description:
Students will research different types of deodorant and conduct their own investigations on the best type of deodorant that is compatible with their skin type. Deodorant usually comes in four basic formulations: a clear gel-base, a solid white chalk, a powder, and spray. The objective to this experiment is to discover whether different deodorants (gel-based, solid white, powder, and spray) work better for certain skin types: dry, oily, and normal.
Standard(s): [S1] A&P (9-12) 14: Identify the endocrine glands and their functions.

Subject: Literacy Standards (6-12) (11 - 12), or Science (9 - 12) Title: Does Deo Effect Your BO?Description: Students will research different types of deodorant and conduct their own investigations on the best type of deodorant that is compatible with their skin type. Deodorant usually comes in four basic formulations: a clear gel-base, a solid white chalk, a powder, and spray. The objective to this experiment is to discover whether different deodorants (gel-based, solid white, powder, and spray) work better for certain skin types: dry, oily, and normal.

Title: The Integumentary System
Description:
This lesson centers around a slideshow presentation that introduces students to an overview of human histology and provides images of each tissue type. Students are directed to a website to continue their integumentary study.
Standard(s): [TC2] CA2 (9-12) 11: Critique digital content for validity, accuracy, bias, currency, and relevance.

Subject: Science (9 - 12), or Technology Education (9 - 12) Title: The Integumentary SystemDescription: This lesson centers around a slideshow presentation that introduces students to an overview of human histology and provides images of each tissue type. Students are directed to a website to continue their integumentary study.

Thinkfinity Lesson Plans

Title: Ozone Fill-Up
Description:
In this Science Update, from Science NetLinks, you'll hear about creative ideas for closing the hole in the ozone layer that was discovered over Antarctica in the 1980s. Science Updates are audio interviews with scientists and are accompanied by a set of questions as well as links to related Science NetLinks lessons and other resources.
Standard(s): [S1] A&P (9-12) 8: Identify structures of the nervous system.

Subject: ScienceTitle: Ozone Fill-UpDescription: In this Science Update, from Science NetLinks, you'll hear about creative ideas for closing the hole in the ozone layer that was discovered over Antarctica in the 1980s. Science Updates are audio interviews with scientists and are accompanied by a set of questions as well as links to related Science NetLinks lessons and other resources.Thinkfinity Partner: Science NetLinksGrade Span: 6,7,8,9,10,11,12

Title: Modern Leeching
Description:
In this Science Update, from Science NetLinks, you'll hear about how leeches, popular in medicine in the 1800s, are still used by doctors today, sometimes for safely removing congested blood from a wound. Science Updates are audio interviews with scientists and are accompanied by a set of questions as well as links to related Science NetLinks lessons and other related resources.
Standard(s): [S1] ZOO (9-12) 4: Use taxonomic groupings to differentiate the structure and physiology of invertebrates with dichotomous keys.

Subject: ScienceTitle: Modern LeechingDescription: In this Science Update, from Science NetLinks, you'll hear about how leeches, popular in medicine in the 1800s, are still used by doctors today, sometimes for safely removing congested blood from a wound. Science Updates are audio interviews with scientists and are accompanied by a set of questions as well as links to related Science NetLinks lessons and other related resources.Thinkfinity Partner: Science NetLinksGrade Span: 6,7,8,9,10,11,12

Title: Healing Grapes
Description:
In this Science Update, from Science NetLinks, you'll hear about efforts to boost the positive effects of some free radicals. Scientists have discovered that a compound found in grape seeds turns into a free radical when it's applied directly to wounds, promoting new blood vessel and skin growth. Science Updates are audio interviews with scientists and are accompanied by a set of questions as well as links to related Science NetLinks lessons and other related resources.
Standard(s): [S1] A&P (9-12) 15: Identify physiological effects and components of the immune system.

Subject: Health, ScienceTitle: Healing GrapesDescription: In this Science Update, from Science NetLinks, you'll hear about efforts to boost the positive effects of some free radicals. Scientists have discovered that a compound found in grape seeds turns into a free radical when it's applied directly to wounds, promoting new blood vessel and skin growth. Science Updates are audio interviews with scientists and are accompanied by a set of questions as well as links to related Science NetLinks lessons and other related resources.Thinkfinity Partner: Science NetLinksGrade Span: 6,7,8,9,10,11,12

Title: Night Lights
Description:
In this Science Update, from Science NetLinks, you'll hear why bright nighttime lights could be bad for women's health. Science Updates are audio interviews with scientists and are accompanied by a set of questions as well as links to related Science NetLinks lessons and other related resources.
Standard(s): [S1] A&P (9-12) 14: Identify the endocrine glands and their functions.

Subject: Health, ScienceTitle: Night LightsDescription: In this Science Update, from Science NetLinks, you'll hear why bright nighttime lights could be bad for women's health. Science Updates are audio interviews with scientists and are accompanied by a set of questions as well as links to related Science NetLinks lessons and other related resources.Thinkfinity Partner: Science NetLinksGrade Span: 6,7,8,9,10,11,12

Title: Dangers of Radiation Exposure
Description:
The purpose of this lesson, from Science NetLinks, is to learn about sources of high-energy radiation and calculate student exposure to ionizing radiation over the past year. In the first part of the lesson, students calculate their yearly exposure rate to harmful high-energy radiation and cumulative effects over time. They then use the information to evaluate the various sources of radiation that are of greatest concern for them. In the second part of the lesson, students learn that spacecraft and other objects in space must be concerned with the same kinds of radiation to which humans are exposed.
Standard(s): [S1] A&P (9-12) 5: Identify anatomical structures and functions of the integumentary system.

Subject: Health, ScienceTitle: Dangers of Radiation ExposureDescription: The purpose of this lesson, from Science NetLinks, is to learn about sources of high-energy radiation and calculate student exposure to ionizing radiation over the past year. In the first part of the lesson, students calculate their yearly exposure rate to harmful high-energy radiation and cumulative effects over time. They then use the information to evaluate the various sources of radiation that are of greatest concern for them. In the second part of the lesson, students learn that spacecraft and other objects in space must be concerned with the same kinds of radiation to which humans are exposed.Thinkfinity Partner: Science NetLinksGrade Span: 9,10,11,12

ALEX Learning Assets

Title: More Than Skin Deep!
Digital Tool:
Your Skin and You Web Address URL:
http://sciencenetlinks.com/interactives/skindeep/yourskin/yourskin.html Standard(s):
[S1] A&P (9-12) 5: Identify anatomical structures and functions of the integumentary system.Digital Tool Description: Students will use this interactive tool to explore the science behind our skin, its functions, and how they can protect themselves from skin cancer and acne.

Title:More Than Skin Deep!Digital Tool: Your Skin and YouDigital Tool Description: Students will use this interactive tool to explore the science behind our skin, its functions, and how they can protect themselves from skin cancer and acne.

ALEX Podcasts

Title: Diabetes: A Serious Matter
Overview:
This podcasts unveils the roots causes of Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes. Furthermore, the podcast was intended to cover the curriculum requirement for AP Biology by exploring the etiology and the effects of both types of diabetes. The podcast allows the learner to compare and contrast the two types of diabetes with regard to cause and effects. Diabetes is a serious disease and the number of type 2 form of diabetes is rising at an alarming rate. Standard(s):
[S1] A&P (9-12) 15: Identify physiological effects and components of the immune system.

Diabetes: A Serious MatterOverview:This podcasts unveils the roots causes of Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes. Furthermore, the podcast was intended to cover the curriculum requirement for AP Biology by exploring the etiology and the effects of both types of diabetes. The podcast allows the learner to compare and contrast the two types of diabetes with regard to cause and effects. Diabetes is a serious disease and the number of type 2 form of diabetes is rising at an alarming rate.

Title: Body Systems Series: I - The Integumentary System
Overview:
Explore the integumentary system of the human body with an overview about skin, hair, and sweat glands. Standard(s):
[S1] A&P (9-12) 5: Identify anatomical structures and functions of the integumentary system.

Thinkfinity Podcasts

Title: Ozone Fill-Up
Description:
In this Science Update, from Science NetLinks, you'll hear about creative ideas for closing the hole in the ozone layer that was discovered over Antarctica in the 1980s. Science Updates are audio interviews with scientists and are accompanied by a set of questions as well as links to related Science NetLinks lessons and other resources.
Standard(s): [S1] A&P (9-12) 8: Identify structures of the nervous system.

Subject: ScienceTitle: Ozone Fill-UpDescription: In this Science Update, from Science NetLinks, you'll hear about creative ideas for closing the hole in the ozone layer that was discovered over Antarctica in the 1980s. Science Updates are audio interviews with scientists and are accompanied by a set of questions as well as links to related Science NetLinks lessons and other resources.Thinkfinity Partner: Science NetLinksGrade Span: 6,7,8,9,10,11,12

Title: Modern Leeching
Description:
In this Science Update, from Science NetLinks, you'll hear about how leeches, popular in medicine in the 1800s, are still used by doctors today, sometimes for safely removing congested blood from a wound. Science Updates are audio interviews with scientists and are accompanied by a set of questions as well as links to related Science NetLinks lessons and other related resources.
Standard(s): [S1] ZOO (9-12) 4: Use taxonomic groupings to differentiate the structure and physiology of invertebrates with dichotomous keys.

Subject: ScienceTitle: Modern LeechingDescription: In this Science Update, from Science NetLinks, you'll hear about how leeches, popular in medicine in the 1800s, are still used by doctors today, sometimes for safely removing congested blood from a wound. Science Updates are audio interviews with scientists and are accompanied by a set of questions as well as links to related Science NetLinks lessons and other related resources.Thinkfinity Partner: Science NetLinksGrade Span: 6,7,8,9,10,11,12

Title: Healing Grapes
Description:
In this Science Update, from Science NetLinks, you'll hear about efforts to boost the positive effects of some free radicals. Scientists have discovered that a compound found in grape seeds turns into a free radical when it's applied directly to wounds, promoting new blood vessel and skin growth. Science Updates are audio interviews with scientists and are accompanied by a set of questions as well as links to related Science NetLinks lessons and other related resources.
Standard(s): [S1] A&P (9-12) 15: Identify physiological effects and components of the immune system.

Subject: Health, ScienceTitle: Healing GrapesDescription: In this Science Update, from Science NetLinks, you'll hear about efforts to boost the positive effects of some free radicals. Scientists have discovered that a compound found in grape seeds turns into a free radical when it's applied directly to wounds, promoting new blood vessel and skin growth. Science Updates are audio interviews with scientists and are accompanied by a set of questions as well as links to related Science NetLinks lessons and other related resources.Thinkfinity Partner: Science NetLinksGrade Span: 6,7,8,9,10,11,12

Title: Night Lights
Description:
In this Science Update, from Science NetLinks, you'll hear why bright nighttime lights could be bad for women's health. Science Updates are audio interviews with scientists and are accompanied by a set of questions as well as links to related Science NetLinks lessons and other related resources.
Standard(s): [S1] A&P (9-12) 14: Identify the endocrine glands and their functions.

Subject: Health, ScienceTitle: Night LightsDescription: In this Science Update, from Science NetLinks, you'll hear why bright nighttime lights could be bad for women's health. Science Updates are audio interviews with scientists and are accompanied by a set of questions as well as links to related Science NetLinks lessons and other related resources.Thinkfinity Partner: Science NetLinksGrade Span: 6,7,8,9,10,11,12

Web Resources

Podcasts

Title: Skin
Description:
The functions of the integumentary system come to life in this animated video. The video is followed by an interactive article, quiz, activity, and word find.
Standard(s): [S1] A&P (9-12) 5: Identify anatomical structures and functions of the integumentary system.

Assessments

Title: Skin
Description:
The functions of the integumentary system come to life in this animated video. The video is followed by an interactive article, quiz, activity, and word find.
Standard(s): [S1] A&P (9-12) 5: Identify anatomical structures and functions of the integumentary system.

Informational Materials

Title: Anatomy & Physiology
Description:
A unit for each body system is provided and includes notes, diagrams, interactives, and quizzes.
Standard(s): [S1] A&P (9-12) 15: Identify physiological effects and components of the immune system.

Title: Skin
Description:
The functions of the integumentary system come to life in this animated video. The video is followed by an interactive article, quiz, activity, and word find.
Standard(s): [S1] A&P (9-12) 5: Identify anatomical structures and functions of the integumentary system.

Interactives/Games

Title: KidsHealth - My Body
Description:
This is an interactive site for human anatomy. This site provides information on various body systems in an easy to understand format that can be used with all students. A Spanish version is also available.
Standard(s): [S1] A&P (9-12) 13: Identify structures and functions of the urinary system.

KidsHealth - My Bodyhttp://kidshealth.or...
This is an interactive site for human anatomy. This site provides information on various body systems in an easy to understand format that can be used with all students. A Spanish version is also available.

Title: Skin
Description:
The functions of the integumentary system come to life in this animated video. The video is followed by an interactive article, quiz, activity, and word find.
Standard(s): [S1] A&P (9-12) 5: Identify anatomical structures and functions of the integumentary system.

Title: Cardiology Virtual Lab
Description:
Teachers or students can enter this virtual lab and enter the world of cardiology.
Standard(s): [S1] A&P (9-12) 9: Identify structures and functions of the cardiovascular system.

Title: Anatomy Drill and Practice
Description:
This website allows teachers and students to learn anatomical structures and definitions to encourage critical thinking. Click on each term and drag it to its appropriate location. If incorrect, the term will return to its original location. When users have successfully completed Level 1, they will be prompted to continue to Level 2.
Standard(s): [S1] A&P (9-12) 5: Identify anatomical structures and functions of the integumentary system.

Anatomy Drill and Practicehttp://www.wiley.com...
This website allows teachers and students to learn anatomical structures and definitions to encourage critical thinking. Click on each term and drag it to its appropriate location. If incorrect, the term will return to its original location. When users have successfully completed Level 1, they will be prompted to continue to Level 2.

Learning Activities

Title: Skin
Description:
The functions of the integumentary system come to life in this animated video. The video is followed by an interactive article, quiz, activity, and word find.
Standard(s): [S1] A&P (9-12) 5: Identify anatomical structures and functions of the integumentary system.

Title: Cardiology Virtual Lab
Description:
Teachers or students can enter this virtual lab and enter the world of cardiology.
Standard(s): [S1] A&P (9-12) 9: Identify structures and functions of the cardiovascular system.

Title: Anatomy Drill and Practice
Description:
This website allows teachers and students to learn anatomical structures and definitions to encourage critical thinking. Click on each term and drag it to its appropriate location. If incorrect, the term will return to its original location. When users have successfully completed Level 1, they will be prompted to continue to Level 2.
Standard(s): [S1] A&P (9-12) 5: Identify anatomical structures and functions of the integumentary system.

Anatomy Drill and Practicehttp://www.wiley.com...
This website allows teachers and students to learn anatomical structures and definitions to encourage critical thinking. Click on each term and drag it to its appropriate location. If incorrect, the term will return to its original location. When users have successfully completed Level 1, they will be prompted to continue to Level 2.

Thinkfinity Informational Materials

Title: Skin Deep Project
Description:
This page, from Science NetLinks, offers an introduction to the Skin Deep Project, a collaborative effort between Science NetLinks and Neutrogena to develop standards-based teaching materials and educational components that explore the science behind skin. Some lesson overviews appear on this page, and more lessons will be developed as the project continues. The lessons, aimed at grades 6-12, help students take a closer look at the natural body armor and what can be done to keep it in top shape.
Standard(s): [S1] A&P (9-12) 5: Identify anatomical structures and functions of the integumentary system.

Subject: Health,ScienceTitle: Skin Deep ProjectDescription: This page, from Science NetLinks, offers an introduction to the Skin Deep Project, a collaborative effort between Science NetLinks and Neutrogena to develop standards-based teaching materials and educational components that explore the science behind skin. Some lesson overviews appear on this page, and more lessons will be developed as the project continues. The lessons, aimed at grades 6-12, help students take a closer look at the natural body armor and what can be done to keep it in top shape.Thinkfinity Partner: Science NetLinksGrade Span: 6,7,8,9,10,11,12